Please join us for our November 5 Volunteer Day from 10:00-1:00. Gibbs Farm staff will lead volunteers in active outdoor projects to prepare for the end of our 2022 season. Projects will include: gardening, light landscaping and site clean-up. Register using this link OR email [email protected] Projects are great for volunteers 12+ or family groups! […]
History Revealed: The Farmer-Labor Movement: A Minnesota Story Documentary Film Screening & Discussion with Filmmakers Randy Croce, Tom O'Connell, and Anna Kuharjec History Revealed Series Thursday, November 10, 2022, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom […]
NEA Big Read Immigration, Identity and the Arts: The Song Poet with Kao Kalia Yang Saturday, November 12, 1:00-2:00 pm History Revealed Part of the NEA Big Read series launched by American Composers Forum and East Side Freedom Library, the “Immigration, Identity, and the Arts” series ss part of the NEA Big Read, featuring Minnesota […]
History defines us, changes us, and helps us grow. What better gift can you give than history? Ramsey County Historical Society offers a variety of Ramsey County and Minnesota history books for readers of all ages. We’ll be selling these stories of local heroes, everyday Minnesotans, grand architecture, Dakota lifeways, business and industry, and more […]
Join Gibbs for an evening of casual coloring camaraderie! Come by yourself or with friends to hang out and chat in the renovated red barn over tea or hot chocolate and Victorian fashion coloring pages. Learn historical fashion tidbits and enjoy some scrumptious treats! Coloring materials, beverages, and treats are included. Event is intended for […]
History defines us, changes us, and helps us grow. What better gift can you give than history? Ramsey County Historical Society offers a variety of Ramsey County and Minnesota history books for readers of all ages. We’ll be selling these stories of local heroes, everyday Minnesotans, grand architecture, Dakota lifeways, business and industry, and more […]
History defines us, changes us, and helps us grow. What better gift can you give than history? Ramsey County Historical Society offers a variety of Ramsey County and Minnesota history books for readers of all ages. We’ll be selling these stories of local heroes, everyday Minnesotans, grand architecture, Dakota lifeways, business and industry, and more […]
The Activist Roots of the Everyday: Histories of African American Activism in the Twin Cities Adam Bledsoe History Revealed Series Thursday, December 8, 2022, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After registering, you will […]
Join Terry Swanson—author of RCHS book Grasshoppers in My Bed—at the Maplewood Area Historical Society's St. Nikolaustag event from noon to 5PM on December 10 at 2170 County Road D East. Bring children and gather 'round for a story! As you browse the old-fashioned traditions at the Heritage Farm, visit Terry for "Lillie's Christmas-Birthday Wish," […]
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Vision of Freedom in American Memory Dr. Walter Greason History Revealed Series New Date: Thursday, January 19, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After registering, you will receive […]
This event has been cancelled. A picnic table discussion over muffins, bagels, and coffee. Spend an informal morning at the Gibbs Farm Red Barn with Grasshoppers in My Bed author, Terry Swanson. Learn about the research at the heart of this work of historical fiction - Lillie Gibbs' diary imagined. You'll also have the opportunity […]
Ramsey County Historical Society cordially invites you to the Exhibition Reception Connected in Friendship and Service: 50 Years of the Minneapolis-St. Paul (MN) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, 1972-2022 January 21, 2023, 3:00-4:30 pm Landmark Center Ramsey County Historical Society Gallery 75 Fifth Street West, Saint Paul MN 55102 Light Refreshments Program: 3:15 pm Tour […]
Gibbs Farm is hosting a cozy casual evening of winter crafting. Come by yourself or with friends to hang out and chat in the renovated red barn. We will have snacks, tea, hot chocolate and we will even pull out our punch bowl for a cranberry-orange mocktail! Each participant will make a winter garland or […]
On a cold, January afternoon, why not take a Wet Paint class with illustrator Jeanne Kosfeld. Experiment with various media while coloring in Ramsey County Historical Society's Neighborhood Architecture: Irvine Park, Saint Paul coloring book. Have fun with techniques that add pizazz to your page while learning about the architecture and history of the mid-nineteenth […]
Join RCHS at the Winter Carnival for Rondo Night! Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023 - 5:00-9:30 pm Landmark Center 75 West 5th Street, Saint Paul 55102 Enjoy lively Rondo performances. Support BIPOC artisans, businesses and organizations. Savor flavorful bites from Taste of Rondo while learning more about the vibrant history of Rondo. Guest RCHS authors: 5:00-6:00 […]
Meet Jane Gibbs and listen to the story of her childhood at Cloud Man's Village! The program will begin with Jane's adventurous storytelling followed by light refreshments, a yarn doll make-and-take craft, and the opportunity to ask Jane questions. Jane Gibbs is portrayed by Karen Dosh, great-great granddaughter of Jane Gibbs and great-granddaughter of Lillie […]
Call Him Jack: The Story of Jackie Robinson, Black Freedom Fighter A Conversation with Authors Yohuru Williams and Michael Long History Revealed Series Thursday, February 23, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After […]
This Event is Full- Check out the MN SEED Project website for more events. Head to the recently renovated Red Barn for MN SEED's winter sowing workshop! Come join the MN SEED team and we will walk you through the ins and outs of winter sowing native seeds. You provide milk jug or salad container […]
An Interrupted Childhood: Oral Histories of Polish WWII Survivors in Minnesota, Part One History Revealed Series Thursday, March 2, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the Minnesota Polish Medical Society. In conjunction with a photographic exhibition in Landmark Center, March 5-April 30, 2023 Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on […]
Make your very own paper journal with Grasshoppers in My Bed illustrator, Peggy Stern. Peggy will also discuss her illustration process for the new RCHS publication. Grasshoppers books will be for sale at this event. All materials and snacks are included. This event is intended for guests 12+. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Regular registration is $15. […]
Strike!: Twenty Days in 1970 When Minneapolis Teachers Broke the Law Dr. William D. Green History Revealed Series Thursday, March 23, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After registering, you will receive a […]
An Interrupted Childhood: Oral Histories of Polish WWII Survivors in Minnesota, Part Two History Revealed Series Thursday, April 6, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the Minnesota Polish Medical Society, the East Side Freedom Library and the Roseville Library. In conjunction with a photographic exhibition in Landmark Center, March 5-April 30, 2023 Live presentation on […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard projects. Click here to register for Friday Farm Chores Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard projects. Click here to register for Friday Farm Chores Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 […]
Neighborhood Architecture – Irvine Park, Saint Paul Jeanne Kosfeld & Richard Kronick George Latimer Central Library Saturday, May 13, 2023 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Join the creators of RCHS' publication, Neighborhood Architecture – Irvine Park, Saint Paul, Jeanne Kosfeld and Richard Kronick at a special event at Saint Paul's George Latimer Central Library. Jeanne […]
The Hormel Strike of 1985-1986: Historical Perspectives Peter Rachleff History Revealed Series Thursday, May 18, 2023 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library and the Roseville Library. Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting: Zoom Registration Link Registration is limited. You will receive a confirmation email after registering. For […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! No experience is necessary to help us complete seasonal orchard tasks. Gibbs Farm Heritage orchard has over 30 varieties of heirloom and UMN developed apples. In order to keep our crop safe from insects without using harsh chemical pesticides we use more time intensive methods like apple bagging, sticky […]
Join us for Gibbs Farm Opening Day 2023 May 27, 10 am-4 pm Meet our furry and feathered farm animals; hear about RCHS’s book Grasshoppers in My Bed, featuring eleven-year-old Lillie Belle Gibbs and her 1877 imagined diary, and make a related journal craft*; enjoy folksy tunes from Light of the Moon band; and stroll […]
An Archaeological Understanding of the Justus Ramsey House Nienow Cultural Consultants: Dr. Jeremy Nienow & Dr. Fred Sutherland May 31, 2023 7:00-8:00 pm Waldmann Brewery 445 Smith Ave. N, Saint paul, MN 55102 Tickets: $18.00 For tickets go to https://eventbrite.com/e/612426061837 Food and bar service available during program. Join archaeologists from Nienow Cultural Consultants for an […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard projects. Click here to register for Friday Farm Chores Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Art in the Hollow Swede Hollow Park, St PaulSaturday, June 3, 2023 10:00 am-5:00 pm Park at the Saint Paul Brewing lot688 Minnehaha Ave E, Saint Paul MN Join us at the beautiful Swede Hollow Park for Art in the Hollow, "best hidden art festival in Minnesota"! The RCHS booth will feature: 10:00 am-Noon - […]
Our adult-centered farmhouse tour is back! Enjoy a drink, snacks and seasonal samples before heading into the Historic Gibbs Farmhouse with Site Director Sammy Nelson. She will share the unique story of the Gibbs family with excerpts from family correspondence and Heman’s account books. This fun, in-depth tour focuses on a fascinating time in Minnesota […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Celebration & Plaque Unveiling: Honoring WWII Codebreakers and the Founding of Engineering Research Associates Thursday, June 15, 2023 3:30-5:30 pm 1902 Minnehaha Avenue West, St. Paul, MN 55104 Parking for the plaque unveiling is available at the site. Featured speakers include: Lowell Benson, VIP Club Remarks from Norb Berg, Control Data, read by James McGuire, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! No experience is necessary to help us complete seasonal orchard tasks. Gibbs Farm Heritage orchard has over 30 varieties of heirloom and UMN developed apples. In order to keep our crop safe from insects without using harsh chemical pesticides we use more time intensive methods like apple bagging, sticky […]
Sketching in Irvine Park with Jeanne Kosfeld June 17, 2023, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm In Person On Location at Irvine Park in Saint Paul Organized by Wet Paint Tickets: $32.00availble from Wet Paint For tickets and more details see https://info.wetpaintart.com/event/sketching-in-irvine-park-with-jeanne-kosfeld/ A playful, no-fear sketching workshop where you’ll rekindle the wonder for drawing that you […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Join a 45-minute walking tour through the Gibbs Farm site lead by Master Naturalists Cathy Croghan and Kathy Robbins. The tour tallest trees (Burr Oak, Black Walnut) and some of our newer additions (Tamarack and American Hazelnut)! Learn how these Minnesota trees were used for food, medicine and shelter by the Dakota and settlers. Gibbs […]
Juneteenth in Rondo Monday, June 19, 2023 Noon-5:00 pm Rondo Commemorative Plaza 820 Concordia Ave, St. Paul, MN Organized by the Rondo Center of Diverse Expressions (RCODE). The 3rd Annual Juneteenth Observance activities include entertainment, food trucks, and information for job applicants or those seeking additional information on skilled training opportunities starts at 12:00 PM […]
Our first Grounds and Gardens Tour of the season. Drinks, snacks and an evening stroll though our 8-acre site. Sample edible flowers and early veggies while learning about the agricultural and floral history of Falcon Heights. This tour includes samples, snacks and a glass of wine, beer, or non-alcoholic beverage. Tickets are $25 or $20 […]
Nature’s Crossroads: The Twin Cities and Greater Minnesota: A Wide-Ranging Environmental and Historical Study of the Evolution of the Minneapolis–Saint Paul Area With George Vrtis and Christopher W. Wells History Revealed Series Thursday, June 22, 2023 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library and the Roseville Library. Live presentation on Zoom Register […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Join Master Naturalists Cathy Croghan and Kathy Robbins as they lead a 45 minute tour focusing on Gibbs Farm's restored prairie. See the effects of our late-April controlled burn while you learn about the flowers and grasses that make up this important and rare plant community that was once so common in Minnesota. Gibbs Farm […]
Recommended for all ages Gibbs Farm and the Bell Museum invite you to a fun-filled evening at the corner of Larpenteur and Cleveland on Thursday, July 13. Kick off the night with an outdoor concert from the Minnesota Sinfonia, who will be performing at Gibbs Farm. Enjoy the sounds of “Summer Pops” with your family. […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard projects. Click Here to Register for Friday Farm Chores Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Sketching in Irvine Park with Jeanne Kosfeld July 15, 2023, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm In Person On Location at Irvine Park in Saint Paul Organized by Wet Paint Tickets: $32.00 available from Wet Paint For tickets and more details see https://info.wetpaintart.com/event/sketching-in-irvine-park-with-jeanne-kosfeld-2/ A playful, no-fear sketching workshop where you’ll rekindle the wonder for drawing that you felt […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Join us for an evening tour focusing on our restored prairie! The prairie was installed 20 years ago by prairie restorations and contains grasses, sedges, edible and medicinal plants. We will talk about some of our favorite plants, insects and birds. This event features drinks, snacks and fun facts about one of Minnesota’s most interesting […]
Italians on Saint Paul's East Side John Andreozzi History Revealed Series Thursday, July 20, 2023 In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. For […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
For Gud Og Vort Land: Scandinavian Immigrants & the Civil War Saturday, July 22, 9:00 am-1:00 pm Norway House 913 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404 Join us for a very special History Revealed as we explore the contributions of Scandinavian immigrants from Minnesota and Wisconsin during the Civil War. The motto of the Fifteenth […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard projects. Click Here to Register for Friday Farm Chores Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Whiteness in Plain View: A History of Racial Exclusion in Minnesota Chad Montrie & James Curry History Revealed Series Thursday, August 10, 2023 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library and the Roseville Library. Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting: Zoom Registration Link Registration is limited. You will […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard projects. Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign up with an adult. […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Sketching in Irvine Park with Jeanne Kosfeld August 12, 2023, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm In Person On Location at Irvine Park in Saint Paul Organized by Wet Paint Tickets: $32.00 available from Wet Paint For tickets and more details see https://info.wetpaintart.com/event/sketching-in-irvine-park-with-jeanne-kosfeld-3/ A playful, no-fear sketching workshop where you’ll rekindle the wonder for drawing that you felt as […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, […]
This adult-only evening tour focuses on heirloom varieties from our crop garden. Try some produce straight from the gardens and sample a summer tomato salad and quick pickles. Bundle some […]
This new series of events combines crafting and volunteering! We are focusing on historic crafts and gardening skills. Learn something new, help us out and take home part of the […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, […]
Enjoy some drinks, and seasonal snacks (preserved foods) then take a tour of the Gibbs Farmhouse with Director Sammy Nelson. The group will spend some extra time in the summer […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard […]
Help us gather and preserve some of the late summer bounty of herbs and flowers. We will pick, wash and bundle herbs from the Gardens at Gibbs. We will also […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, […]
Join a 45-minute walking tour through the Gibbs Farm site lead by Master Naturalists Cathy Croghan and Kathy Robbins. The tour tallest trees (Burr Oak, Black Walnut) and some of our newer additions (Tamarack and American Hazelnut)! Learn how these Minnesota trees were used for food, medicine and shelter by the Dakota and settlers. Gibbs […]
Gibbs Farm is excited to host this early fall Seed Collection Event organized by our friends at MN SEED! MN SEED Project Seed Collection Event at Gibbs Farm Join us for a fun-filled day at Gibbs Farm in Saint Paul, MN! Our in-person seed collection event is a great opportunity to learn about local plants and contribute to our MN […]
Pathways Gala for Gibbs Tuesday, September 12, 2023 5:30-8:00 pm Wabasha Street Caves Pathways Gala Site: https://gibbs.givesmart.com go to Browse, Bid and Buy and you can view the items! The Pathways Gala is a fundraising event supporting the one-of-a-kind educational programs at Gibbs Farm. As the Twin Cities’ premiere historic site dedicated to youth education, Gibbs Farm […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Connecting to Collections: Preservation for Who? Chris Rico, Nienow Cultural Consultants History Revealed Series Thursday, September 21, 2023 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library and Ramsey County Libraries-Roseville Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting: Zoom Registration Link Registration is limited. You will receive a confirmation email […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! No experience is necessary to help us complete seasonal orchard tasks. Gibbs Farm Heritage orchard has over 30 varieties of heirloom and UMN developed apples. In order to keep our crop safe from insects without using harsh chemical pesticides we use more time intensive methods like apple bagging, sticky […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Family History Resources at Ramsey County Historical Society and George Latimer Central Library Saturday, September 23, 2023 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm History Revealed Series George Latimer Central Library Family History Resources Talk Andy Boss meeting room 1:00-2:00 pm In person. Free and open to all. No registration needed. Learn all about family history materials […]
Family History Resources at Ramsey County Historical Society and George Latimer Central Library Saturday, September 23, 2023 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm History Revealed Series George Latimer Central Library Family History Digital Archiving Andy Boss meeting room 2:30-5:00 pm In person. Registration required, limited to 10 registrants. For registration, see the George Latimer Central Library […]
Gibbs Farm Apple Festival is back this year on September 30th from 10-2, this all ages fall celebration has something for the whole family! Visitors can tour the orchard, learn apple facts, try their hand at cider pressing and sample apples not often seen in the grocery store or farmer’s market. Our Heritage Orchard […]
Fall is a great time to get some gardening done in Minnesota! We need help dividing and moving plants on site. We will be focusing mostly on shade loving native plants. Irises, Wild Ginger, May Apples and Solomon’s Seal. Participants will help us fill in spots in our gardens and wooded areas and have the […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! No experience is necessary to help us complete seasonal tasks. This October we will be cleaning up gardens and doing some light landscaping. Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign up with an adult. Click Here to Register […]
Help us tackle our to-do list. Friday Farm Chore volunteer days are happening though out our season, the outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, light landscape and orchard projects. Click here to register for Friday Farm Chores Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
History Revealed: Oakland Cemetery Historic Walking Tour Thursday, October 12, 2023 1:00 am-2:30 pm To register: Oakland Cemetery Walking Tour 2023 Space is limited to 20, reserve today! Join experienced tour guide and historian Denise Dunnell Wells on a fascinating outdoor walking tour of Saint Paul’s famous Oakland Cemetery. The tour will feature the resting […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Prairie Imperialists: The Indian Country Origins of American Empire Katherine Bjork History Revealed Series Thursday, October 19, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information […]
Visit Gibbs Farm! Take a guided tour, visit the farm animals or snap some pictures in the prairie. Guided tours are offered on the hour. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children 4-16, free for children 3 and under. RCHS Members visit Gibbs Farm for free! Credit & debit card purchases […]
Take a dash of Secret Garden, add a sprinkle of Jules Verne, stir in a candy mixture and what do you get? The Steampunk Trick-or-Treat Trail at Gibbs Farm, Saturday, October 28th, 2023. Timed entry from 12pm-6pm. Visit the twisting stacks of books at the library, match wits with a traveling magician, craft potions with […]
Back by popular demand! Head on over to Gibbs Farm for an evening of cozy, casual crafting in the renovated red barn. We will be working with dried oranges, wooden beads and natural materials to create unique winter wall hangings. Sign up by yourself or with a friend to sip some tea, hot chocolate or […]
Join Gibbs for an evening of casual coloring camaraderie! Come by yourself or with friends to hang out and chat in the renovated red barn over tea or hot chocolate and Victorian fashion coloring pages. Learn historical fashion tidbits and enjoy some scrumptious treats! Coloring materials, beverages, and treats are included. Event is intended for […]
45th Annual Landmark Center Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar Landmark Center 75 Fifth St. West, Saint Paul MN 55102 November 30, 2023: 10 am-7 pm December 1, 2023: 10 am-7 pm December 2, 2023: 10 am-5 pm Thursday & Friday Twilight Shopping Special! Enjoy a complimentary refreshment, courtesy of Landmark Center: 4-7 pm $5.00 admission, under 12 […]
Defying the Silence: A Chronicle of Resilience that Saved the World-Renowned Minnesota Orchestra Julie Ayer History Revealed Series Thursday, November 30, 2023, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom Register in advance for this meeting, register on Zoom here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation […]
45th Annual Landmark Center Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar Landmark Center 75 Fifth St. West, Saint Paul MN 55102 November 30, 2023: 10 am-7 pm December 1, 2023: 10 am-7 pm December 2, 2023: 10 am-5 pm Thursday & Friday Twilight Shopping Special! Enjoy a complimentary refreshment, courtesy of Landmark Center: 4-7 pm $5.00 admission, under 12 […]
45th Annual Landmark Center Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar Landmark Center 75 Fifth St. West, Saint Paul MN 55102 November 30, 2023: 10 am-7 pm December 1, 2023: 10 am-7 pm December 2, 2023: 10 am-5 pm $5.00 admission, under 12 free. Admission charged by Landmark Center. Admission fees help Minnesota Landmarks support Landmark Center's free and […]
Add some light to the darkest part of the year! Each participant will dip a set of large taper beeswax candles and decorate them with pressed herbs, flowers and foliage gathered this year at Gibbs. These candles smell amazing, burn steadily and are perfect for winter celebrations and heartfelt gifts. Making hand dipped candles […]
Head down to Gibbs Farm’s cozy Red Barn to create ornaments and art out of pressed flowers! Each participant will arrange and paste a variety of flowers, herbs and foliage gathered at Gibbs this summer. We will have inspiration from around the world and information on Victorian floriography (language of flowers) to help you create […]
We are excited to offer this event for the second time this winter! Here is another chance to partake in an evening of cozy, casual crafting in the renovated red barn. We will be working with dried oranges, wooden beads and winter greenery to create unique winter wall hangings. Sign up by yourself or with […]
Indian Wars Everywhere Stefan Aune, PhD, Visiting Assistant Professor of American Studies, Williams College History Revealed Series Thursday, January 18, 2024, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library Live presentation on Zoom- Register Here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. For […]
Stop by Gibbs Farm to make collage valentines in the cozy Red Barn. This is a fun, casual all-ages, family friendly event. We will be using a pasting (mod podge) technique to create these paper masterpieces. Get inspired by vintage and modern examples and unleash your creativity. We will be using the classic materials; Lace […]
Join us for an evening of history and Valentine’s treats! Sammy and Clare will lead the group through a sweet and sour valentine’s day tasting. Sample modern and Victorian inspired confectionary paired with your choice of wine or non-alcoholic beverage. Each snack and beverage pairing comes with a Valentine’s History Tidbit. We will touch on […]
The Dr. Harold C. Deutsch WWII History Round Table & History Revealed The Viking Battalion: Norwegian American Ski Troopers in World War II with Olaf Minge, Dr. Kyle Ward and Erik Brun Tuesday, February 13, 2024 At the Minnesota History Center Program: 7:00 pm Student Outreach: 5:45 pm Participate in informal conversations with the authors […]
The Heart of the Heartland: Norwegian American Community in the Twin Cities David C. Mauk History Revealed Special Event Thursday, February 15, 2024, 1:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library, Ramsey County Libraries and Norway House Live presentation on Zoom. Register Here. Please note 1:00 CST program time - Prof. Mauk will […]
Partner Event History Education, Race, and the Forging of Our National Identity with Donald Yacovone Saturday, March 9, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Minnesota History Center For information see the MNHS page here Sifting through an astounding array of textbooks from the colonial era through the 20th century, Donald Yacovone reveals how Northern publishers […]
History Revealed Special Program Dakhóta Iápi (Dakota Language): Its History and Future with Šišókaduta (Joe Bendickson), Dr. Rev. Clifford Canku Sr. and Heather Menefee Moderated by Meredith Cummings, RCHS editor Thursday, March 21, 2024, 7:00 pm In partnership with the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library. Live presentation on Zoom- Register Here After registering, you […]
Never Trust a Thin Cook and Other Lessons from Italy’s Culinary Capital A Celebration of St. Paul’s Sister City: Modena, Italy With Eric Dregni Thursday April 18, 2024, 3:30-4:30 pm Book Signing 4:30-5:00 pm Concordia Library In Person Event Free Register Here Eric Dregni will share his food-obsessed chronicles of his three years in Italy, […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, light landscape and orchard projects. Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, light landscape and orchard projects. Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign […]
Gibbs Farm Director Sammy Nelson is a Master Naturalist and bird enthusiast. Join her bright and early on Wednesday, May 8th for a guided outdoor tour of the 8-acre site. This is a special opportunity to visit the Gibbs Farm site in the morning and it will be prime time to see, hear and identify a […]
Why We Left: Untold Stories and Songs of America's First Immigrants Joanna Brooks History Revealed Special Event Thursday, May 16, 2024, 7:00 pm Register Here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. For questions, please email [email protected] Free and open to all In partnership with the East Side […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, light landscape and orchard projects. Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign up […]
Help us tackle our to-do list! Volunteer at Gibbs Farm on select Friday Mornings and Tuesday Evenings during the 2024 season. The outdoor projects change weekly usually planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, light landscape and orchard projects. Projects are great for students, families, small groups (scouts, 4-H ect.) and individuals. Children under 12 should sign […]
The Rocks Will Echo Our Sorrow: The Forced Displacement of the Northern Sámi with Elin Anna Labba Thursday, May 23, 2024, 1:00 pm Please note 1:00 pm time: Elin Anna Labba will be joining us from Sweden. In partnership with Norway House and the East Side Freedom Library & Roseville Library. Register Here After registering, […]